A blend of the traditional and modernity makes Barcelona one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. With approximately 1.62 million inhabitants, Barcelona is also the second-largest city in the country. Among the attractions are the Nou Camp, Sagrada Família, Park Guell and the beautiful Las Ramblas promenade. In addition to the many cafés, tapas bars are found all around the city and provide a culinary highlight.

Sète is known for its culinary delights on offer, espcially with its many fish restaurants and Mediterranean specialities. Here an experience worth having is to go through the canals on a rented houseboat leading to Toulouse or in the direction of Rhone.

Overlooking the Mediterranean, in a bay between Marseille and Toulon, is the beautiful French town of Cassis. The municipality is located in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur and has more than 7700 inhabitants. Especially attractive for tourists are the historic buildings of the city, such as the 16th Century, town hall with its trophy room and the Saint Michel church. The region also boasts a variety of beaches and reefs for diving and swimming.

St. Tropez, France, is istuated on the Côte d'Azur. The former fishing village has become a popular holiday destination for the rich and famous and is where high society keep their yachts.

Nice is the capital of the Cote d'Azur. With almost 350,000 inhabitants, Nice is also the fifth largest city in France. Its geographically and climatically favorable location makes Nice a very popular location for tourists.

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Monte Carlo is a city of the rich and famous, but also offers numerous attractions for regualr tourists. The Duke's palace high above the city, the casino and the Botanical Gardens are just a few of the highlights. AS Monaco is one of the most successful football clubs in the French League and a Formula 1 race takes place each year around the streets of the tiny nation.

Portofino is a small village in Italy and is located in the province of Genoa.

The region of Liguria belongs to municipality of Porto Venere is located at the tip of a peninsula directly on the Ligurian Sea in Italy. It has 3906 inhabitants and covers about 7 square kilometers. Worth seeing are the two churches of San Pietro and San Lorenzo and the fortifications of the town.

Portoferraio is the capital of Elba in the Tuscany region of Italy. Napoleon Bonaparte's winter residence is without doubt the main attraction. The single-storey building with a garden can be visited for a fee.

Civitavecchia is located in the province of Rome and is a gateway to the city. Rome is Italy's largest city, and is bursting with Italian history and culture. The Old Town, St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican City are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. In the 'Eternal City' there is so much to discover, such as many theater performances to enjoy and museums with fascinating exhibits. A highlight of Rome is the food available, with the huge number of bars, restaurants and cafes sure to satisfy. Highlights of Civitavecchia Visit the historic Colosseum, Pantheon and Roman Forum Enjoy typical Roman cuisine in an Italian cafe or restaurant See the many beautiful squares and fountains in the city